Let us gather with friends and family to bring in the New Year with the soaring vocals of Robert Robinson, the passionate violin of Fiddlin’ Pete Watercott, the inspiration of Billy Steele, the soulful presence of Tonia Hughes Kendrick and the heartfelt songs of Larry Long. This train is still bound for glory, this train.
Channel your inner grumpy old man during the 2025 32nd Annual Grumpy Old Men Ice Fishing Tournament by Minnesota Ag Group, Inc.!Registration: 8:00am – 9:30am
Tournament: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 5:30pm
*New Route*
Along 6th Street starting at 38th Avenue to 44th Avenue and ending at Evans Pavilion in Goodview
Join us for the 1st annual “Lighting of the Tree” that will take place at the Goodview Park on 44th Avenue between the ballpark and Evans Pavilion at the conclusion of the parade.
Darlene Troke will be the 2025 Christmas Tree Lighting Honoree, in honor of her late husband, Dennis Troke, who served on the Goodview Activities Group for 45 years.
Physics Force is back with exhilarating new shows in Jan 2025. These theater productions feature big demos—with physicists dropping from the air and lightning being controlled through science—and they never disappoint! The wonders of physics are brought to life in an educational and spectacular display. Intended for all ages, Physics Force hopes to bring the wonders of physics and science to all.
Join us for the inaugural Turkish Festival of Minnesota! Immerse yourself in the rich culture and vibrant traditions of Turkiye with a day filled with delectable Turkish food, aromatic Turkish coffee, and stunning handmade pottery and crafts. Experience the energy of Turkish folk dances and music, culminating in an electrifying concert by the renowned artist Rafet El Roman. Don't miss this exciting celebration of Turkish heritage and community!
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Tickets will be on sale soon for the concert.
Festival is free of charge.
The Southside Aces have been playing holiday shows for twenty years. They play favorites, lesser-knowns, even originals! When you put holiday tunes through the New Orleans jazz filter, you make Yuletide haters love, and lovers love more!
“Can you play Christmas music successfully in a New Orleans ensemble style? The answer is a resounding yes! This is great trad jazz…but also evokes a flood of Christmas feelings from the melancholy to the gay.”
— Syncopated Times review of Southside Aces Christmas album, Santaphone
MN Made
Tuesday, December 3 at 7:15pm
Through the Banks of the Red Cedar by Maya Washington will be preceded by the short film Kitchen Dance by Maribeth Romslo and featuring Washington. Filmmakers Maya Washington and Maribeth Romslo in attendance for a conversation.
ABOUT THROUGH THE BANKS OF THE RED CEDAR
Director: Maya Washington • USA • 69 min • 2018 • English • Documentary
This merry band of “genre-bending eclectics” (Jazz 88) has been entertaining sold-out houses at the Dakota since 2000. The George Maurer Group takes the stage by storm with their irreverent style and sly musical humor. Here, they will bring you an evening filled with witty stage banter, clever musicianship, and surprising twists on holiday classics.
The approximate run time of the event is 90 minutes (subject to change). Back by popular demand, your favorite Twins return to The O’Shaughnessy for an unforgettable holiday concert experience that’s non-stop fun for the whole family! Now in its seventh year of touring, B2wins offer a refreshing twist on the holiday season’s most timeless classics. “Sounds of the Season” is an engaging, uplifting, holiday celebration featuring unique musical renditions and surprises throughout the night that are guaranteed to put a smile on your face and fill you with holiday joy.
